Pregnancy & Birth Made Easy

Being pregnant is so much fun and we can prove it! Jump into this episode with us and learn about all the fun, disturbing, embarrassing, down right laughable things you have to look forward to as that baby and belly grow.  | Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over to www.myessentialbirth.com to check out our totally FREE Pregnancy Guide...

Well Type 5 mamas, your quiet confidence and plan to forge your own path is about to pay off in the birth space. Get ready, because this one is straight to the point, just like you like it! | Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over to www.myessentialbirth.com to check out our totally FREE Pregnancy Guide & other incredible downloads....

This episode about getting birth started is an answer to all of your questions we get on Instagram. We are not medical professionals and cannot provide medical advice. However, there are some very simple and even fun things you can do to encourage your body and your baby to be ready for the big day and if necessary to get things moving quickly.  | Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myess...

 With terms like Advanced Maternal Age and Geriatric Mother being commonplace after age 35, it's time we broke down all the facts surrounding being pregnant and giving birth after the age of 35, including the hot topic of stillbirth. If you are over the age of 35 or know other mamas who are, listen up and share the love. | Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for...

 We love talking about all things birth but when it comes to baby there a few things you need to know in order to make an informed decision for your new little one. This episode goes over the basics of what will be offered or required for baby immediately postpartum and within 24-48 hours after. |  Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over...

We see you Enneagram 7 mama and we have good reason to think you're going to be a birthing rockstar! Truthfully just being who you is likely to set you up for success however you choose to birth and we love how optimistic you are about everything. Can't wait to tell you all about it! | Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for even more great info head over to...

Anyone else experience pregnancy and pregnancy hormones drawing you away from your partner instead of closer? You're not alone! It's not uncommon to find that communication may be lacking a bit during such an important time. So, we've given you tons of examples and incredible tips and exercises to keep your communication strong and open. The best part is all of this will transfer in...

This is a must-listen for any woman who has had a prior cesarean birth and is curious about or planning for a VBAC (Vaginal Birth After Cesarean). We talk about statistics for VBAC's and why they're on your side, plus how to overcome obstacles standing in your way, including your provider, your partner, and yourself. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and for e...

If you love what we've been talking about to get your body and mind prepped for birth and want to be able to practice for the big day, then this episode is 100% for you! In this episode, we give the how-to's for this specific relaxation and an opportunity for you to practice with relaxing music at the end. Grab your pen and paper, take notes, and then get ready to teach your body to rela...

How often does your body just melt at someone's request for you to "relax?" Anyone else feel the tension forming in their jaw and forehead when you hear that? Muscle memory is something we stress all the time because truthfully it is a learned skill. If you set it up right though and learn these tools, both you and your partner can work together to get you all prepped for birthing t...

Feeling like things just need to be perfect for your birth? Do you have high expectations for yourself, your provider, your birth team and your partner? Let me guess...you kinda think you know what's best and honestly, your preparation is likely to get you really close if not exactly where you're aiming. Not to mention you're making lists and checking off all of your accomplishments...

There's really never a question of "if" you should create a birth plan. However, there is a right way and a wrong way to do it. We break down the do's and don'ts of writing a birth plan and the why behind what you choose. Plus we include an exercise at the end of this episode that will help you envision your ideal birth before you write it all out. Don't forget to fol...

We tell moms everywhere all. the. time. how important it is to pick a stellar provider and to set up a birth team around them that will support and uplift them throughout your pregnancy and birth journey. BUT...how do you do it? No worries! We are going to walk you through two categories of your birth team, tips to consider who should be in your pregnancy vs. birth space and HOW to get the right p...

Need some "help"...pun intended for all our Type 2 moms ("The Helpers")...walking through  your strengths and getting some hints on what to watch out for during your pregnancy & birth? This is it. We break down all the particulars for you and help you feel appreciated and loved along the way. Supporting a Type 2 mom? There's an entire section for you too! Take a listen...

With cesarean rates higher than ever in the U.S. we realize there is a major lack of education about why and how to avoid an unnecessary one, until now. This two part episode covers all things cesarean birth, from the history behind cesarean birth, where it developed, why the cesarean birth rate has not gone down (even though it should have), why a provider may recommend one - including which reas...

With cesarean rates higher than ever in the U.S. we realize there is a major lack of education about why and how to avoid an unnecessary one, until now. This in part one of a two part episode covering all things cesarean birth, from the history behind cesarean birth, where it developed, why the cesarean birth rate has not gone down (even though it should have), why a provider may recommend one - i...

We cover the five most common pregnancy ailments and how to tackle them using essential oils. Essential oil use during pregnancy and birth are one of the very top questions we get from mamas all over the world, all the time. These are all safe and effective uses for mamas everywhere! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth and if you love the podcast please leave us a review...

Calling ALL Type 4 mamas! If you're a sensitive mama who wants a unique birth experience and knows how to be super in tune with your body...you might be a Type 4. Definitely jump into this episode and get ready to be nodding your head and taking notes on exactly what you and your partner need to make your birth a success! Don't forget to follow us on Instagram @myessentialbirth ---------...

We know how many and how deeply women are affected by infertility. As we have both dealt with infertility at different stages in our lives and we support women each day who are struggling or dealing with this in one way or another, we believe it's important to talk about it openly. If this is you, you need to know you are not alone! Sometimes there are some things we can do to support our fer...

We know how many and how deeply women are affected by infertility. As we have both dealt with infertility at different stages in our lives and we support women each day who are struggling or dealing with this in one way or another, we believe it's important to talk about it openly. If this is you, you need to know you are not alone! Sometimes there are some things we can do to support our fer...

If you are into all things Enneagram like we are then you are going to LOVE this episode about Type 3s and what that looks like for you in the pregnancy and birth space. This is the very first episode in a series of episodes that will walk you through each enneagram type and how to prepare for your best birth for your type. On top of that we cover all the details about how a partner and birth team...

If you've ever wondered if what you've done or are planning to do for birth or postpartum puts you on the side of "that girl's crunchy," never fear, we clear up all your concerns in this very episode. We had so much fun recording this episode, as usual, and just want to let you know that in case you're worried about checking all the "crunchy" boxes , we&apos...

In this super fun interview with one of our very own My Essential Birth mamas, mom of 3, Christy, walks us through her birth experiences and dishes to us about how the birth course changed her birth for the better. We absolutely love listening to birth stories and this was no exception. We know you'll love it too! ------------------ Want even more great info? Head over to www.myessentialbirth...

If you've ever wondered what all the hype is about postpartum belly binding, or even if you've never heard of it before, we get into the what and why women choose to purchase one or have a professional belly binder come wrap them! ------------------ Want even more great info? Head over to www.myessentialbirth.com to check out our totally FREE Pregnancy Guide & other incredible downlo...

Have you ever wondered if you have fears, either subconscious or ones that you're very aware of, that are holding you back from having the birth that you really want? In this episode we talk about the 7 fears that may be holding you back, whether you know it or not. Don't worry! As always, we give you all the tips and tricks to tackle them and get you back on top of achieving your best b...